Veena

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Veena

Born July 4, 1924 · Quetta, Baluchistan Agency, Pakistan

Died November 14, 2004 · aged 80

Veena (4 July 1926 – 14 November 2004), also known as Veena Kumari, real name Tajour Sultana, was an Indian actress. Veena was born as Tajour Sultana on 4 July 1926 in Quetta, Baluchistan, Pakistani. At some point of time, her family shifted to Lahore and she belonged to Lahore's Chuna Mandi.[1] She married actor-hero Al Nasir in 1947 and had two children. She started out playing heroine roles i…

Known For

Taj MahalTaj Mahal · 1963
Taj Mahal
7.21963
MovieRomanceDrama
Based on the historical legend, this commercially successful film delves into the context of why Mughal emperor Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal in fond remembrance of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
Mumtaz MahalMumtaz Mahal · 1957
Mumtaz Mahal
1957
MovieDrama
A Hindi drama directed by Ram Daryani, starring Sheila Ramani and Paidi Jairaj.
The Chess PlayersThe Chess Players · 1977
The Chess Players
7.01977
MovieDrama
In the year 1856, Nawab Wajid Ali Shah is the King of Awadh, one of the last independent kingdoms of India. The British intend to control this rich land and send General Outram to clear way for an annexation. Pressure is mounting amidst intrigue and political maneuvers, but the Nawab whiles away his time in pursuit of pleasure and religious practice. The court is of no help either — noblemen Mir and Mirza ignore all duties and spend their days playing endless games of chess.
MehndiMehndi · 1958
Mehndi
7.01958
MovieDrama
Based on Umrao Jaan Ada by Mirza Hadi Ruswa.
Chalti Ka Naam GaadiChalti Ka Naam Gaadi · 1958
Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi
6.21958
MovieComedy
Three woman-hating brothers face changes in their respective lifestyles when two of them fall in love.
AashirwadAashirwad · 1968
Aashirwad
8.31968
MovieDramaFamily
Aashirwad is a 1968 Bollywood film. Produced by N.C. Sippy and Hrishikesh Mukherjee, it is directed by Hrishikesh Mukherjee. The film stars Ashok Kumar and Sanjeev Kumar.
ParichayParichay · 1972
Parichay
7.01972
MovieDramaFamily
An unemployed young man (Jeetendra) takes a job to tutor unruly grandkids of Rai Sahab (Pran) and brings out respect, appreciation and hard work hidden deep inside them.
BiwiBiwi · 1950
Biwi
8.01950
Movie
Centering on the institution of marriage, this gripping family drama explores the turmoil faced by a woman whose very existence is challenged by deceit and betrayal, forcing her to fight for her honor and her rightful place as a true Wife (Biwi).

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Payal Ki JhankaarPayal Ki Jhankaar · 1980
Payal Ki Jhankaar
5.71980
MovieRomance
Shyama is an orphaned young woman who lives with her aunt, uncle and several cousins, two of who are girls of marriageable age. Her passion is dancing, which is frowned upon by her uncle and aunt. One day she, along with a young man named Gopal, go to see the dance by an international artiste named Veena. They ask Veena and her mentor, Dinanath, for help but are shunned and asked to leave. Crestfallen, she returns home and sleeps outside the door as it was very late. The next day her aunt finds out about her overnight excursion and beats her up severely, followed by another beating by her uncle. Humiliated, she decides to run away with Gopal to another town in order to learn dancing at the hands of well-known Guru Kishinchand Sharma. They do find Kishin, who initially rejects them, but relents when he witnesses Shyama abilities.